About the role
Affiliate Marketing Intern
Location: Onsite/Remote
Commitment: 20 hours/week (flexible to accommodate academic schedules)
Duration: 16 Weeks
Program Overview
The MIRA Affiliate Marketing Internship is a hands-on learning experience designed for college students and recent graduates eager to break into digital marketing, partnerships, and e-commece growth.
This immersive 16-week program gives you real-world exposure to how affiliate programs are built, launched, and optimized. You won’t just observe — you’ll actively contribute to meaningful marketing initiatives while developing practical, resume-ready skills.
As part of the program, interns receive free enrollment in “Build a Successful Affiliate Program”, a structured, step-by-step training course that teaches you how to design, launch, and manage a high-performing affiliate program.
Throughout the internship, you’ll gain experience in:
Affiliate research and partner outreach
Performance tracking and reporting
Social media content support
CRM management and competitive research
Marketing asset coordination
No prior affiliate marketing experience is required. We’re looking for motivated learners ready to grow.
High-performing interns may be considered for a paid internship or entry-level opportunity upon successful completion.
Key Responsibilities & Learning Activities
This internship is structured as a guided learning experience with real-world application.
You will:
Learn how to research and identify potential affiliate partners with mentorship from the marketing team
Support affiliate outreach using structured templates and best practices
Monitor affiliate platforms and track basic partner activity
Assist in preparing weekly performance summaries and interpreting affiliate data
Maintain and update CRM records to support organization and accuracy
Conduct competitor research and share strategic insights
Help update affiliate-facing marketing materials
Complete structured training sessions and document key learnings
Collaborate cross-functionally with the marketing team
Social Media Management – Responsibilities & Learning Opportunities
In addition to affiliate marketing exposure, you’ll gain foundational social media marketing experience.
You will:
Assist with planning and scheduling social media posts
Help draft captions, research hashtags, and tailor content per platform
Support basic community engagement (monitoring comments and messages)
Track performance metrics such as reach, engagement, and follower growth
Research trends, competitors, and content ideas
Organize media assets and support brand consistency
Document insights related to social strategy and execution
Who This Internship Is For
This program is ideal for:
Current college students or recent graduates in marketing, business, communications, or related fields
Individuals curious about affiliate marketing, partnerships, or e-commerce growth
Organized, proactive learners eager to build professional skills
Candidates comfortable using email, spreadsheets, and social platforms
Preferred Skills (Not Required)
Familiarity with Instagram, TikTok, or YouTube
Basic Google Sheets or Excel skills
Strong written communication
Interest in marketing analytics and reporting
Benefits for Interns
Hands-on experience supporting affiliate program operations
Free access to “Build a Successful Affiliate Program” training
Portfolio-ready projects and documented contributions
Recommendation letter upon successful completion
Weekly mentorship and structured feedback
Career networking with marketing and e-commerce professionals
Exposure to real-world digital growth strategies
Program Details
Compensation: Unpaid educational internship
Duration: 16 weeks (1 semester)
Time Commitment: 20 hours/week (flexible scheduling)
Application Process
Submit Resume
Complete Culture Index Survey
Interview with HR
Program Deliverables
At least 1 major project contribution within your assigned department
Internship Completion Report summarizing learning outcomes and contributions
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